'Black Lace Elderberry'. Finely cut purple - black foliage, tough and easy so a better option than a 'Japanese Maple'. Creamy - pink flowers from May - June followed by blackish - red berries in autumn, ideal for jam and winemaking or for wildlife to feast on. Will grow to 2 - 3m approx when mature. Ideal for hedging. Prune early spring when required.
Best in full sun, or part shade. Best in moist, well - drained soils, in most soil types.
3L are 0.3m high x 0.3m wide approx
Found in these categories: Woody Plants, Trees and Shrubs, Hedging and Edging
Plant Attributes: Aromatic foliage or scented flowers, Edible, Ornamental fruits or catkins
Size: Medium growing plant
Foliage: Purple or black foliage
Growing Conditions: Acid tolerant, Alkaline tolerant, Coastal situation, Exposed Position, Part Shade Tolerant, Sun tolerant, Grows in clay soil, Grows in moist or boggy areas, Grows in poor soil, Grows in sandy or free draining soil
Seasonal interest: Summer interest, Autumn Interest
Flowers: Pink flowers, White or cream flowers
